These are the 7 things our fitness editors want to snatch up from the REI end-of-summer sale

August 21, 2019 at 07:43PM by CWC

I’ve been smitten with REI ever since watching Reese Witherspoon (as memoirist Cheryl Strayed) toss her red-laced boots off a mountaintop in Wild. Such an iconic scene really sticks with you. And once you get your hands on REI gear, the quality of the outdoorsy staples will steal your adventure-loving heart pretty darn quickly.

This time each year, the brand throws an epic (e-p-i-c) sale. Just perusing the site makes me want to pack a bag and head for the nearest forest (or, I don’t know, a scenic national trail that stretches from California to Washington), stat. In past years, I’ve checked out of the sale with half-priced running shoes, wool socks fit to battle the most brutal days of winter, and athleticwear that rings up at 30 percent of its full price.

It’s the most wonderful time of the summer—so, without further ado, here’s how to shop REI’s glorious markdowns like the nature-nerd-slash-fitness-enthusiast that you are.

This flowy romper was made for Saturdays when you feel like walking around in your birthday suit, but, like, should actually run a few errands. It also comes in a vibrant red for a more eye-catching style moment.